Spacious living at a high level

Just 2 minutes from the center of Haaksbergen towards Hengelo, is located on the right side of the street of the same name, the imposing NSW estate 'Het Raa'. Behind the almost 200 year old oak forest and hawthorn hedge is hidden at number 17 the unique, higher country house 'the Dome' on 2.14 ha.

After registering via camera/intercom at the entrance gate, from the stately beech avenue there is an impressive view of the old rows of trees, the forest, the green meadow and then the immense lawn. Most impressive, however, is the L-shaped manor house situated on a mound and characterized on the left and right by a dome, both of which, from natural charm, form an imposing whole with the surroundings.

The original first part of the house was built in 1887 by order of the textile manufacturer F.J. Jordaan and under the architecture of Jacobus Moll. The latter enjoyed in his time a great reputation among Twente manufacturers' families. Over the years, this "outside" was slightly expanded but between 2001 - 2003 the current owner, while preserving the eclectic architectural style, had a major renovation and the second dome with extension realized. Energy savings and preservation measures were also implemented.
A west-facing, stone-faced, wide bored staircase leads to the main entrance to the house. To the right of the hall is the study/office and the passage to the cozy kitchen and large living room. The latter has in addition to a dining area and a television/reading area the, in the new dome, located sitting room. Besides the cozy oak plank floor and the (double-sided) Belgian sandstone fireplace, experience gets an extra dimension here. In the round shape of the dome there are several windows that provide a unique view over a large part of the estate. There are also double doors to the balcony that follows the curve. In the turret of the dome there is a clock.

In the living room is a steel spiral staircase to the first floor of the dome. Here is access to the garden room with French doors to the large lawn and southwest-facing terrace. Another door leads to a large-scale garage that has room for several cars, a work area and plenty of storage.
Back to the hall at the main entrance. To the left is the master bedroom with adjacent dressing room and beautiful bathroom (tub, whirlpool, steam room, shower and toilet). Then comes the passage to the other wing to which are two bedrooms and luxury bathroom / toilet.

Following this is the (lockable) entrance door to the second living area of the house. That has its own entrance, spacious hall, toilet, kitchen, utility room and a bedroom with walk-in closet, bathroom/toilet. Next door is the historic, second cupola (with fireplace) which, together with the salon, forms a double living room. French doors give access to the north-facing terrace and a beautiful view of the rose bed with boxwood hedges. In the same style then comes the attached dining room cum library. From this spot a great view of the century-old oak tree and the orchard to the left. Double doors give access to the various, south-facing terraces and the lawn. Not to be missed is the romantic sitting area between the two very old, red beech trees and the several storage rooms that are still on the property.

Haaksbergen has almost all major amenities. A 15-minute drive away are Enschede and Hengelo. The connection to the A1/A35 and A12/A50 freeways is within easy reach.

Details:
-NSW estate with tax benefits
-Suitable for use various purposes, including double occupancy
-Imposing driveway
-Full of privacy
-More than 2 acres of land
-Car lovers; spacious garage suitable for several cars
A 15-minute drive from Enschede and Hengelo